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Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion, while potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration. These are fundamental concepts in physics that describe different forms of mechanical energy.
The calculator uses the standard physics equations:
Where:
Explanation: Kinetic energy increases with the square of velocity, while potential energy increases linearly with height above a reference point.
Details: Understanding energy calculations is crucial for physics, engineering, and various scientific applications. These calculations help predict object behavior, design mechanical systems, and analyze energy transformations in physical processes.
Tips: Enter mass in kilograms, velocity in m/s, and height in meters. At minimum, mass is required. For kinetic energy, provide velocity. For potential energy, provide height. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the standard value for gravitational acceleration?
A: The standard value is 9.81 m/s², which represents Earth's gravitational pull at sea level.
Q2: Can I calculate both energies with one calculation?
A: Yes, the calculator will compute both kinetic and potential energy simultaneously if you provide all required inputs.
Q3: What units should I use for accurate results?
A: Use kilograms for mass, meters per second for velocity, and meters for height to get results in Joules.
Q4: Are these equations applicable in all situations?
Q5: How does air resistance affect these calculations?
A: These equations assume ideal conditions without air resistance. In real-world applications with significant air resistance, actual values may differ from calculated results.